- Compatible With
- Store Builder
- Multi Vendor
- Min Original Price ($)
- 175
The Soft Solid Calculate Shipping Costs Depending on Packages (ss_shipping_packs) add-on for CS-Cart and Multi-Vendor introduces a shipping cost calculation model based on the number of packages required to ship the ordered products. This functionality helps merchants manage shipping costs more accurately for bulk orders or products with specific packaging requirements.
This add-on is ideal for marketplaces or stores handling diverse product sizes, bulk orders, or custom packaging needs. Would you like assistance with configuring this add-on or advice on optimizing it for specific shipping scenarios?Extension to CS-Cart and Multi-Vendor allows calculating shipping costs depending on amount of packages, where given amount of products will fit.We start from installing an extension:
In products configuration, a new field is available which stores information about how many product units fit in one package.
Shipping method configuration contains another field, which stores information about cost of one package. Value 0 means that shipping cost is calculated by default, without using packages.
When placing order, shipping cost is calculated basing on amount of products in cart and cost of package. For above example (23 products in package, 240 PLN for one package) cost will be calculated as following:- 1 product: 240 PLN- 2 products: 240 PLN- 24 products: 480 PLN- 50 products: 720 PLN
Key Features:
- Product-Based Packaging Settings:
- Define how many units of a product can fit in one package.
- Dynamic Shipping Cost Calculation:
- Calculate shipping costs based on the total number of packages required for an order.
- Supports proportional pricing based on the shipping method configuration.
- Customizable Shipping Methods:
- Add shipping cost per package to each shipping method for precise control.
- Use default shipping calculations if no package-specific cost is defined.
Installation & Configuration:
- Install the Add-On:
- Navigate to the CS-Cart Add-Ons Manager, upload, and activate the add-on.
Example Screenshot Placeholder: Installation UI.
- Navigate to the CS-Cart Add-Ons Manager, upload, and activate the add-on.
- Configure Product Packaging:
- In the product configuration page, specify the number of units that fit into one package.
- For example:
- 23 units per package for a specific product.
- Set Shipping Costs:
- In the shipping method configuration, define the cost for one package.
- Enter 0 to use the default shipping cost calculation method.
Example Screenshot Placeholder: Shipping Method Configuration.
- Order Shipping Cost Calculation:
- Shipping costs are calculated based on the number of packages required:
- Example Scenario:
- 1 product: 240 PLN (1 package)
- 24 products: 480 PLN (2 packages)
- 50 products: 720 PLN (3 packages)
- Example Scenario:
- Shipping costs are calculated based on the number of packages required:
Benefits:
- Accurate Cost Calculation:
- Prevents overcharging or undercharging customers by aligning shipping costs with actual packaging needs.
- Customizable for Any Product:
- Flexible enough to accommodate various product types, from lightweight items to bulk goods.
- Improved Profitability:
- Reflects realistic shipping expenses in customer charges, ensuring operational costs are covered.
This add-on is ideal for marketplaces or stores handling diverse product sizes, bulk orders, or custom packaging needs. Would you like assistance with configuring this add-on or advice on optimizing it for specific shipping scenarios?Extension to CS-Cart and Multi-Vendor allows calculating shipping costs depending on amount of packages, where given amount of products will fit.We start from installing an extension:
